Friends, No mention has been made of Iris cretensis. This is closer to I unguiculares, but has very fine foliage. Both species occur in some of the same locations such as Crete. So if anyone is travelling there (Tom !) it might be very interesting to look out for possible natural hybrids. I. lazica has a disjunct distribution from I unguiculares. I don't grow this, but it is said to be as hardy/tender as unguiculares. Best Jim W. -- Dr. James W. Waddick 8871 NW Brostrom Rd. Kansas City Missouri 64152-2711 USA Ph. 816-746-1949 Zone 5 Record low -23F Summer 100F +